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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad

Vibrant Marinated Za'atar Bean Salad for Refreshing Meals

Enjoy a delicious Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad, a protein-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Butter Beans or cannellini beans
  • 1 can Chickpeas or any other beans
  • 1/2 cup Castelvetrano Olives other olives like Kalamata can be used
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts can substitute with roasted red peppers
  • 1 medium Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced garlic preferred
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice can be used as alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Za'atar Spice can swap with different herb mix
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
For Freshness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs such as parsley, mint, or dill

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Thinly slice the red onion and place in a bowl with lemon juice, lemon zest, and kosher salt. Toss gently and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse the butter beans and chickpeas, drain. Halve the artichoke hearts and chop fresh herbs. Combine all in the bowl with the onions.
  3. In a small pan, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Cook until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in za'atar, sumac, and salt.
  4. Pour the warm marinade over the salad mixture and toss gently. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
  5. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, alongside toasted sourdough or in pita wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate for at least 2 hours. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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